E-Mu E-drum User Manual

E-drum
Digital Percussion Module
Owners Manual
Version 1.0
Copyright 1984 E-mu Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
E-drum and E-mu are trademarks of E-mu Systems, Inc.
WARNING – This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and
used in accordance with the instruction manual, this may cause interference to radio communications. It
has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class A computing devices pursuant to Subpart J
of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference
when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause interference in which case the user at his/her own expense will be required to take whatever
measures may be required to correct the interference.

E-Mu E-drum Specifications

General

Brand	E-Mu
Model	E-drum
Category	Drums
Language	English

Summary

Overview of the E-drum Digital Percussion Module

E-drum Module Setup and Power

Powering the E-drum Module

Explains how to supply power to the E-drum module using batteries or an AC adapter.

Battery Installation

Details the procedure for installing batteries into the E-drum module.

AC Adapter Connection

Provides instructions for connecting the AC adapter and important usage notes.

Powering Multiple Modules

Describes how to power multiple E-drum modules from a single AC adapter.

E-drum Module Features and Operation

Audio Output Connection

Details connecting the module's audio output to an amplifier or sound system.

Sound Cartridge Insertion

Explains how to select and insert a sound cartridge into the module.

Power On and Battery Management

Clarifies power control with the 'Batt. On' button and AC adapter usage.

Sound Selection

How to switch between sounds on cartridges that contain multiple sounds.

Pad Sensitivity Adjustment

Details adjusting the pad's response to playing dynamics using a trimmer.

E-drum Controls and Sound Shaping

Initial Pitch Control

Adjusting the initial pitch of the E-drum sound over a one-octave range.

Pitch Sensitivity Control

Determines how pad velocity affects the sound's pitch.

Decay Control

Allows adjustment of the duration or length of the E-drum sound.

Equalization Controls

Using bass and treble knobs to tailor the sound's frequency response.

External Triggering and Pitch Control

Module Triggering

How to trigger the E-drum module using gates, triggers, or audio signals.

External Pitch Control

Using external voltage sources to control the module's pitch.